November 2012
Compact, lightweight and adjustable
Broomall, Pennsylvania (November 9, 2012) – Keeler’s new Spectra Iris indirect ophthalmoscope has been specifically designed for portability. Compact and lightweight, the LED indirect has an adjustable aperture for all pupil sizes.
Keeler's Spectra Iris Indirect Ophthalmoscope
The Spectra Iris’ adjustable aperture slider easily changes the aperture between 20mm to 60mm to match pupil size and improve examination. With variable PD (pupil distance) settings between 48 and 76mm, there are no restrictions on the user – simply adjust the PD as necessary.
The indirect system is supplied with Keeler’s lightweight wraparound Sport Frames designed to ensure maximum comfort and balance. It can be worn over glasses and the entire optical unit and light pod can be flipped up to allow direct eye contact when talking to a patient or writing up notes. Spectra Iris can be hung around the user’s neck when not in use, or packed away in its carrying case for storage and transit.
The Spectra Iris can be used continuously for up to four hours on a single battery charge. Its compact lithium ion battery can be clipped on to a belt or stored in its charger when not in use. With a built-in bright, homogenous LED light source, the need for bulb replacements is eliminated.
Keeler’s Spectra Iris is British-designed and -manufactured.
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July 2012
Compact PSL One lightweight yet sturdy for on- or off-site use
Broomall, Pennsylvania (July 10, 2012) – Offering another portable slit lamp choice to suit optometric practice needs, Keeler has launched the PSL One. With one standard magnification of 10x, the PSL One is a more cost-effective option than Keeler’s popular Classic Portable Slit Lamp (PSL), for practitioners who prefer value over extra features.
Keeler's PSL One
Keeler’s PSL One has been designed to be lightweight and durable, ideal for use on pediatric, elderly, obese and disabled patients in on- or off-site clinics. Its precision-machined aluminum chassis creates a sturdy structure able to withstand daily travel and use in a busy practice.
PSL One features slit and wheels from 0.15 to 1.6 mm, a 12mm circle and a 1mm square to produce anterior chamber flare, aiding the diagnosis of uveitis. Red free, blue and ND (Neutral Density) filters all come as standard. Its advanced optics offer x10 magnification, with illumination control down to zero.
An optional iPhone 4 adaptor enables ophthalmic video capture, turning the PSL One into an instant digital slit lamp with high resolution video. Captured video is useful for diagnosis, teaching, patient communication and record keeping. Keeler’s PSL One takes advantage of the iPhone 4’s full imaging capabilities along with linked email to upload video clips.
Keeler’s Classic PSL and PSL One are high-performance, British-designed and -manufactured instruments.
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October 2011
Capture and share ophthalmic video
Broomall, Pennsylvania (October 10, 2011) A new iPhone 4 adaptor for the Keeler Portable Slit Lamp (PSL) enables ophthalmic video capture, turning the PSL into an instant digital slit lamp with high resolution video.
Keeler Portable Slit Lamp with iPhone 4 adaptor enables video capture.
With the new adaptor, the iPhone 4 is simply connected to one of the PSL’s eye pieces. In seconds the portable slit lamp can capture video footage, an ideal platform for telemedicine. Practitioners can use captured video for diagnosis, teaching, patient communication and record keeping, making the iPhone4 adaptor an affordable and practical addition that can enhance any eye examination. Keeler’s PSL takes advantage of the iPhone 4’s full imaging capabilities along with linked email to upload video clips.
This is the latest addition to Keeler’s Classic Portable Slit Lamp, designed to deliver a quality eye examination anywhere. Perfect for use on large, pediatric, elderly, or disabled patients and for remote or off-site clinics (including veterinary eye exams on animals of all sizes), the PSL packs quality Keeler optics into a handheld unit; the addition of video capability makes it a valuable diagnostic and teaching tool.
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February 2011
Pulsair Desktop measures IOP
Broomall, Pennsylvania (February 15, 2011) To create the new Pulsair Desktop, ophthalmic products specialist Keeler borrowed technology from its handheld Pulsair intelliPuff®, bringing its high performance to a conventional desktop tonometer device with chinrest.
Keeler Pulsair Desktop tonometer
The Pulsair Desktop’s ultra smooth X/Y mechanism gives the user total confidence and control during the alignment process. Its clear user controls and a color video alignment screen with LED illumination are simple to use for both the new and experienced user. Like all Keeler Pulsair tonometers, the Desktop version uses sophisticated optical and sensor technology for positional detection and puff triggering authorization.
Its intelligent optical and electronic technology evaluates every reading to ensure the tightest range. When sufficient reliable readings have been taken, a time-saving audible signal alerts the user. The integrated intelliPuff software analyzes the readings and eliminates any anomalies from the final displayed result.
The slim profile of the mainframe allows the clinician to maintain visual contact with the patient and the open design provides a comfortable environment that puts patients at ease. The Pulsair Desktop combines contemporary style with sophisticated technology and a small footprint that blends seamlessly into the clinical environment.
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January 2011
Broomall, Pennsylvania and Mentor, Ohio (January 11, 2011) – Keeler and Volk Optical, both members of Halma p.l.c.’s Health and Analysis division, have appointed Guo Jiang as China sales manager for the two ophthalmic companies.
Guo will support Keeler and Volkr customers and distributors throughout China with education and sales for both companies’ complete product lines. He will guide doctors and facilities in selecting and using diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical ophthalmic instruments and accessories.
With over 15 years of marketing experience in the vision field, Guo has held sales roles at Allergan, Bausch&Lomb, and Zeiss. Prior to his commercial work, Guo served successively as the dentist of the Military General Hospital of Beijing PLA and the Stomatologic Treatment Center of West Beijing. Guo earned a Bachelor’s Degree of Dental Surgery from the Fourth Military Medical University and an MBA degree from the Centenary College, US.
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May 2010
Contact tonometer measures IOP
Broomall, Pennsylvania (May 25, 2010) Keeler has completed its family of quality tonometers with the launch of the Keeler Applanation Tonometer, KAT. The FDA-approved contact tonometer aids in glaucoma diagnosis with intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements taken at the slit lamp as part of a routine examination.
Keeler Applanation Tonometer, KAT
KAT uses the ‘Goldmann method’ of measuring IOP, calculating the force required to flatten a constant area of the cornea using a special prism mounted on the tonometer head and placed against the cornea. KAT is compatible with most slit lamps and comes in a guide plate mounted ‘T’ type or optical body post mounted ‘R’ type.
A precision instrument, KAT has been engineered with high quality, durable mechanical parts that can withstand heavy use. It is manufactured at Keeler’s Windsor, UK facility to ensure smooth operation with the reliability that physicians expect from the Keeler name.
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April 2010
Handheld slit lamp delivers complete eye exam anywhere
Broomall, Pennsylvania (April 21, 2010) To deliver a quality eye exam anywhere, on anyone, Keeler has developed the new PSL Classic Portable Slit Lamp. Perfect for non-ambulatory patient visits, off-site clinics, examinations of young children and patients who don’t fit into the traditional examination lane (as well as for veterinary use on animals of all sizes), the PSL packs precision Keeler optics into a handheld unit.
Keeler PSL Portable Slit Lamp
The PSL’s advanced optics offer x10 and x16 ‘flip lever’ magnification, with illumination control down to zero. Its back-up facility ensures power 100 percent of the time. The PSL slit and wheels include slits from 0.15 to 1.6 mm wide, a 12 mm circle, and a 1 mm square to produce anterior flare, aiding in the diagnosis of uveitis. Red-free, blue and Neutral Density filters come as standard.
Designed to be lightweight, the PSL still has the strength to withstand daily trauma. A sturdy, precision-machined aluminum chassis forms the foundation of the British-manufactured instrument, ensuring the high quality and performance associated with the Keeler brand.
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January 2010
Ultra light, hands-free magnification
Broomall, Pennsylvania (January 26, 2010) An essential tool for the surgical, ophthalmology, dental and veterinary professional, Keeler’s new Mini Loupes provide high resolution 2.5x magnification and weigh just 34 grams.
Keeler’s Mini Loupes on Sport frame.
Mini Loupes utilize the same top quality, anti-reflective, coated Schott glass as Keeler’s standard Galilean system. The Loupes provide good visualization at a working distance of 34-50 cm while minimizing edge distortion. 26% lighter than the standard Galilean Loupes system, Keeler’s comfortable Mini Loupes feature a ‘flip up’ hinge system that allows the user viewing and posture angle flexibility. The Loupes are attached to a metal mounting bar that ensures total optical stability while in use.
All Keeler loupes are available on the Keeler Sport frame in a range of colors. The Keeler Sport frame can be worn over glasses, or a prescription can be incorporated into the supplied holder.
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November 2009
Lightweight, wireless indirect ophthalmoscope is eco-friendly
Broomall, Pennsylvania (November 17, 2009) – Keeler has expanded its popular VantagePlus range of indirect ophthalmoscopes with VantagePlus LED Slimline. The new model improves image clarity and ease of examination with a comfortable, wireless instrument. The LED technology used both increases imaging quality and reduces environmental impact.
Vantage Plus LED Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscope (BIO)
The VantagePlus LED Slimline uses an LED lamp for a brighter, whiter light that illuminates the retina with greater detail. Its intelligent optical system automatically changes the optics and mirrors when the aperture is adjusted, improving examinations by providing 3D stereoscopic views of the retina through all pupil sizes. A new patented Himag™ lens provides 1.6x additional magnification compared to a standard condensing lens and can simply be flipped out of view when not being used.
While a conventional incandescent bulb lasts 60 hours, LED lamps are rated for a lifetime of 10,000 hours. With typical binocular indirect use, this works out to over 167 regular bulbs destined for landfills, compared to a single LED lamp in the Keeler VantagePlus LED Slimline.
The indirect allows the mobility of a wireless instrument, without sacrificing comfort or convenience. A new slimline lithium battery weighs less than two ounces and provides up to six hours of use on a single charge. The VantagePlus LED Slimline has been designed with a new cushioned headband that can be adjusted to fit perfectly on heads of all shapes and sizes.
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September 2009
(September 22, 2009) – Volk Optical and Keeler, both members of Halma p.l.c.’s Health and Analysis division, have appointed Mahadev Dhuri as India Sales manager for the two ophthalmic companies.
Based in Mumbai, Dhuri will serve Volk and Keeler customers and distributors throughout India, offering educational and sales support for both companies’ complete product lines. He will work closely with doctors and facilities to help them select, use and install diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical ophthalmic instruments and accessories to facilitate the growth of ophthalmology in India. He will also continue to develop the Indian distributor networks, training new and existing distributors, and increasing the company’s conference and tradeshow presence.
Dhuri, a trained biomedical engineer, joins Halma from Toshbro Medicals, a leading Indian distributor of German and US medical instrumentation equipment. Prior to that he spent eight years with Larsen & Toubro Limited developing the company’s medical equipment business across western, central and northern India.
Dhuri can be contacted via e-mail on Mahadev.dhuri@halma.com, by telephone ay 022 4200 0700.
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